Top, Best & Fun Rooftop Bars in New Orleans

We've collected top 10 mentioned rooftop bars in New Orleans from other articles such as Food & Wine, GPSmyCity, NOLA.com.

Top, Best & Fun Rooftop Bars in New Orleans

Commander's Palace
Commander's Palace
4.6 (4825 ratings)
Notable spot for refined Creole fare & an elegant jazz brunch in a chandelier-hung space since 1880.
1403 Washington Ave, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
RestaurantAmerican restaurantBarBrunch restaurantCreole restaurantFine dining restaurantSeafood restaurantSouthern restaurant (US)
Mentioned by whereyat.com
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"GQ's Golden Dish Award for Eggs Sardou, Commander’s Palace’s legacy speaks for itself. Located in the Garden District, Commander’s Palace is thought to be the original spot for a jazz brunch and patio dining. For contemporary Louisiana food and alfresco dining, look no further than Commander’s Palace."
Mentioned by neworleansrestaurants.com
"A favorite for visitors and locals alike, Commander's Palace is a New Orleans landmark known for its award-winning Creole fare and elegant jazz brunch. MoreCallReserveStart Your ReservationWebsite"
Parkway Bakery & Tavern
Parkway Bakery & Tavern
4.7 (3562 ratings)
Longtime (since 1911) neighborhood hangout with a patio known for classic-style po' boys.
538 Hagan Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119, USA
BakeryBarRestaurantSandwich shop
Mentioned by Eater New Orleans
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"A neighborhood bakery dating back to 1911, which added the “poor boy” to the menu when it was invented in the 1920s. While the place closed in 1993, current owner Jay Nix resurrected the landmark Parkway Bakery & Tavern in the early aughts, serving some of the finest po-boys in town."
Mentioned by Eater New Orleans
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"This Bayou St. John po' boy staple is a favorite among locals and tourists in the know. The fried shrimp is a classic, but it's the Thanksgiving po' boy that has locals lining up around the block on Wednesdays in November. Bonus: An excellent Reuben and gumbo."
Ruby Slipper Cafe
Ruby Slipper Cafe
4.5 (5081 ratings)
Cheery cafe serving signature omelets, Southern brunch fare & cocktails in a relaxed atmosphere.
200 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
Brunch restaurantBarBreakfast restaurantSouthern restaurant (US)
Mentioned by Culture Trip
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"Click your heels three times, and you’ll end up at the Ruby Slipper Cafe on the edge of the Garden District. Wake up, and rally at this boozy brunch spot, with a little vodka in your iced coffee or a little OJ in your mimosa. Go ahead, and order another round while you snack on pig candy bacon bites – your bananas foster pain perdu and crawfish & grits benedict will help you sober up."
Mentioned by NOLA Weekend
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"The family-owned restaurant with four locations around New Orleans spotlights house signature items like Chicken St. Charles, Eggs Cochon and Bananas Foster Pain Perdu. Prices start around the $9 range, topping out around $15. The spot doesn’t take reservations."
Coquette
Coquette
4.7 (616 ratings)
Trendy, chandelier-hung place serving locally sourced New American fare alongside craft cocktails.
2800 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70115, USA
New American restaurantBarRestaurant
Mentioned by 10Best
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"Opened by chef Mike Stoltzfus and his wife Lillian Hubbard in December 2008, Coquette is a Garden District stunner, from its gleaming floors and crisp linens to its architectural details and warm exposed brick walls. Chef Stoltzfus proffers innovative southern cuisine with an emphasis on locally sourced product and pastry chef Zak Miller does the same, with an emphasis on unexpected twists that elevate dessert into something ethereal. He uses seasonal fruit, fresh herbs and surprising flavors like smoke and heat to bring something special to the table."
Mentioned by Time Out New Orleans
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"This Garden District gem has the vibe of a neighborhood bistro but the menu of a forward-thinking, adventurous kitchen. The small list changes regularly to reflect what’s fresh and local, as well as what creative twists chefs Kristen Essig and Michael Stoltzfus have come up with. Entrées have included black drum in vegetable sauce with fennel sausage, Mexican street corn-style okra and red snapper with butter beans."
Mentioned by Eater New Orleans
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"Pastry chef James Kubie does beautifully plated and oh so tasty desserts at this Garden District stunner, including a black tea semifreddo, coconut cake with tamarind, cashew, and sesame, and more incredible wonders that compliment chef Mike Stoltzfus' intriguing Southern menu."
Muriel's Jackson Square
Muriel's Jackson Square
4.6 (2655 ratings)
Classic Creole fare in a 19th-century building with old-world elegance, plus a Sunday jazz brunch.
801 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
Creole restaurantAmerican restaurantBarBistroCocktail barEvent venueSouthern restaurant (US)Wedding venue
Atchafalaya
Atchafalaya
4.7 (1536 ratings)
Creative Louisiana fare, drinks & brunch Bloody Mary bar in a high-ceilinged space lined with art.
901 Louisiana Ave, New Orleans, LA 70115, USA
Contemporary Louisiana restaurantAmerican restaurantBarCreole restaurantRestaurantSouthern restaurant (US)
Mentioned by Trip101
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"Serving delectable meals in a space that features art and high ceilings, Atchafalaya Restaurant is another must-try restaurant if you are looking for a filling brunch buffet in New Orleans. For appetizers, you can start with Alligator Sausage Taquitos. Then, move on to eggs & breakfast menu that includes Eggs Atchafalaya, before closing it with something sweet such as Bananas Foster Waffle."
Erin Rose
Erin Rose
4.7 (1172 ratings)
Irish pub with cocktails, casual grub, a jukebox, sports on TV & memorabilia galore.
811 Conti St, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
Bar
Mentioned by Eater New Orleans
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"New Orleans’s coolest po’boy innovator Killer PoBoys expanded with a second French Quarter location five years ago, but the original kitchen in the back of bar Erin Rose remains the favorite for many. Both locations are back to serving up some of the most interesting po’boy creations in town, all on banh mi bread, from chicken confit with coffee barbecue sauce and ranch slaw to seared gulf shrimp with coriander lime sauce, as well as veggie options like sweet potato with a black eyed pea and pecan spread and braised greens. Of course, it’s obligatory to grab a frozen Irish coffee to-go while there."
Mentioned by New Orleans 3 days itinerary
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"What originally started as five flavors being served out of the back of the Erin Rose Bar has since expanded to its own storefront on Dauphine Street (although you can still visit the original, if you so wish). While I’m a personal fan of the shrimp po’boy, our group agreed that the BBQ chicken and beef debris deserve accolades as well."
Mentioned by Condé Nast Traveler
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"No matter what time you roll up to Erin Rose, you’re unlikely to have the place to yourself. This is the French Quarter after all, and this small Irish pub is always busy. The drink standouts are a Bloody Mary that uses a house-made mix and the frozen Irish coffee, both of which are a real hit during the first third of opening hours."
China Orchid
China Orchid
4.1 (221 ratings)
Hefty portions of Chinese food in a basic strip-mall space also offering fast delivery service.
704 S Carrollton Ave, New Orleans, LA 70118, USA
Chinese restaurantAsian fusion restaurantBarDelivery RestaurantTakeout Restaurant
Mentioned by Eater New Orleans
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"China Orchid in the Riverbend neighborhood has been around for more than 25 years, first opened by the mother of Joe Ming, proprietor of Ming’s in Lakeview. Ming’s mother, Susan, taught him how to cook Chinese food in the kitchen of the family-owned Uptown restaurant, which changed hands in 1992. It’s still a neighborhood go-to for Chinese takeout, with an extensive menu and delivery available."
The Sazerac Bar
The Sazerac Bar
4.6 (692 ratings)
Grand Roosevelt Hotel cocktail bar with classic drinks, plush banquettes & elegant old-world vibe.
130 Roosevelt Way, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
Bar
Mentioned by Premium Tours
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"Located in The Roosevelt hotel, the Sazerac Bar is an upscale bar originally opened as the Main Bar in 1938. For decades the Sazerac Bar and the legendary Blue Room down the hall were home to the likes of Ella Fitzgerald and Frank Sinatra to name a few. Named after what is widely considered to be the worlds first mixed drink, the Sazerac Bar makes a great place to soak in some New Orleans history over a pre dinner drink."
Mentioned by Goats On The Road
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"Our tour of the best cocktail bars in New Orleans begins at Sazerac. There’s a lot of history at this place, as it’s named after what some consider to be the first real cocktail. The classic Sazerac dates back to the 1830s, and it’s been a go-to cocktail for New Orleanians ever since."
New Orleans Vampire Cafe
New Orleans Vampire Cafe
4.7 (31 ratings)
801 Royal St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
RestaurantBar
Mentioned by Travel + Leisure
New Orleans Travel Guide
"Address: 801 Royal StreetNew Orleans, LA 70116Phone: (504) 581-0801Website. Set in the heart of the French Quarter, the cafe features a vampire-themed atmosphere and gothic style decor, inspired by the mystique of New Orleans. Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, the menu includes salads, seafood, steaks, and southern classics like shrimp and grits."

Best Vegan Restaurants in New Orleans

Carmo
Carmo
4.5 (1236 ratings)
Innovative, vegan-friendly fare with tropical influences in a cozy spot with an open kitchen.
527 Julia St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
Seafood restaurantBarBrazilian restaurantCafeEclectic restaurantGluten-free restaurantHealth food restaurantRestaurantVegan restaurant
Mentioned by Big 7 Travel
The 7 Best Vegan Restaurants In New Orleans
"This tropical cafe serves up some pretty strong, sustainable vibes along with a lot of heart and soul. While you can technically order meat here, their menu is largely vegan. Expect lots of tropical dishes with roots in the Caribbean and Latin America, which is a unique spin on traditional vegan restaurants in New Orleans."
Mentioned by neworleansrestaurants.com
Lamara Coffee and Kitchen
Lamara Coffee and Kitchen
4.5 (84 ratings)
1300 N Broad St, New Orleans, LA 70119, USA
CafeBreakfast restaurantGluten-free restaurantHealth food restaurantJuice shopOrganic restaurantVegan restaurantVegetarian restaurant
Sweet Soulfood
Sweet Soulfood
4.7 (743 ratings)
Unassuming spot for soul food & vegan fare with Cajun flavors such as jambalaya plus sweets.
1025 N Broad St, New Orleans, LA 70119, USA
Vegan restaurant
Mentioned by Big 7 Travel
The 7 Best Vegan Restaurants In New Orleans
"It’s hard to head to the south and not indulge a bit in some soul food, even if you’re vegan. Sweet Soulfood is without a doubt one of the best vegan restaurants in New Orleans, serving visitors plant-based versions of delicious dishes such as jambalaya, rice pudding, and even chicken-fried cauliflower. Best Vegan Food in NOLABest Vegan Restaurants New OrleansLouisiana Vegan FoodNew Orleans VeganVegan Restaurants in NOLA"
Mentioned by My New Orleans
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"The first to cater to the emerging trend of vegan soul food, carnivores will not miss a thing at this Treme hotspot. The colorful cafeteria-style joint turns out fresh takes on New Orleans classics like red beans and rice on Mondays and crispy fried chickpea cakes instead of fried catfish on Fridays. The menu changes daily and the portions are hefty so sharing is the way to go."
Mentioned by Secret New Orleans
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"If you’re vegan and missing that authentic soul food that NOLA’s famous for, then you’re in luck!. Sweet Soulfood is the perfect spot to try out plant-based alternatives to Southern cuisine staples. You have to leave with this place with a tub of vegan ice-cream."

Best Diners in New Orleans

Déjà Vu Restaurant & Bar
Déjà Vu Restaurant & Bar
4.2 (1530 ratings)
Quirky 24-hour dive bar serves breakfast 'round the clock, plus Cajun fare & burgers.
400 Dauphine St, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
Bar & grillBarDinerRestaurant
Mentioned by FrenchQuarter.com
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"(400 Dauphine St.) This 24-hour full-service restaurant and bar in the French Quarter is always available and ready to accommodate. You will find a wide variety of options on the menu ranging from traditional New Orleans fare to downhome comfort food, all under $20. Deja Vu serves breakfast, lunch and dinner all day long and is available for dine-in, carry out or delivery."
Steve's Diner
Steve's Diner
4.1 (13 ratings)
Sandwiches, seafood platters & more in a quick-serve food-court diner that also does catering.
201 St Charles Ave #210, New Orleans, LA 70170, USA
Diner
Applebee's Grill + Bar
Applebee's Grill + Bar
3.6 (1260 ratings)
Full-service chain bar & grill providing hearty American eats in an informal setting.
4005 General De Gaulle Dr, New Orleans, LA 70114, USA
RestaurantAmerican restaurantBar & grillDinerFamily restaurantHamburger restaurantSteak houseTraditional American restaurant

Top Best Seafood Restaurants in New Orleans

Gallier's Restaurant & Oyster Bar
Gallier's Restaurant & Oyster Bar
4.5 (843 ratings)
Local oysters & New Orleans-style cuisine, including breakfast, in a casual setting with a long bar.
129 Carondelet St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
Seafood restaurantBreakfast restaurantCajun restaurantCreole restaurantSouthern restaurant (US)
Frankie & Johnny's
Frankie & Johnny's
4.4 (1008 ratings)
Cozy, dimly lit bistro specializing in fried seafood dishes, po' boys & Cajun-Creole fare.
321 Arabella St New, New Orleans, LA 70115, USA
Seafood restaurantAmerican restaurantCreole restaurant
Mentioned by Eater New Orleans
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"This Uptown locals favorite for crawfish has covered outdoor seating in the front and back, though the few tables along the front porch are the most coveted. A neighborhood throwback with a lively but relaxing atmosphere, regulars also love Frankie & Johnny’s for po’ boys, chargrilled oysters, and cold beers."
Andrea's Restaurant
Andrea's Restaurant
4 (599 ratings)
Longtime place where a congenial chef-owner cooks classic Northern Italian dishes including seafood.
3100 19th St, Metairie, LA 70002, USA
Italian restaurantBanquet hallBarRestaurantSeafood restaurant
Mentioned by neworleansrestaurants.com
"New Orleans' world-renowned gold medal winner, Chef Andrea combines Louisiana products with Northern Italian cuisine to create a memorable dining experience. A favorite among locals. Located in Metairie, 10 minutes from the French Quarter."
Mentioned by neworleansrestaurants.com

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